New splint may help kids with foot drop walk better without weakening muscles

NCT ID NCT05587010

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at how 8 children aged 4 to 17 with moderate foot drop walk when using different supports: barefoot, a Lycra sock, a rigid ankle-foot orthosis (AFO), and a new OrthoPed splint. The goal was to see if the OrthoPed splint allows more natural ankle movement while still preventing trips and falls. The study was small and focused on testing whether a larger trial is possible.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

peroneal neuropathy

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Portsmouth

    Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2ER, United Kingdom